Strategic Planning And Communications Innovator

Youth Challenge International (YCI) is recruiting an Innovator between the ages of 21 and 35 with relevant skills, experiences and backgrounds for a 6- to 8-week youth development project in Tanzania in the winter of 2014-2015 (dates flexible). 

Deadline:          On a rolling basis

Location:          Mwanza, Tanzania

Organization:    Youth Challenge International

This exciting opportunity will include a pre-project distance-learning program, followed by an intensive seven-week placement in Tanzania. While in Tanzania, you will work with YCI’s partner organization, the Mwanza Youth and Children Network (MYCN) in the region of Mwanza to further the reach and relevance of their youth development programs. 

Key Project Activities: 

Building the capacity of MYCN staff in the areas of strategic planning and communications. 

Specifically, the Innovator will support the MYCN team with the following activities: 

• Development of a communication policy, framework, and approach for outreach 

• Development of organization strategic plan, including a strategy for increasing networks and partnerships

 Recommended Skills and Experience: 

• Background in business, organizational development, strategic development, non-profit management, communications, marketing 

• Experience in facilitation and/or community mobilization 

• Proven effectiveness in cross-cultural settings 

• Prior overseas experience an asset 

Fundraising Goal: YCI volunteers are required to fundraise and/or contribute a minimum of $600 for these projects to contribute towards YCI’s global youth development programs. 

What’s Covered: 

• Preparatory support and pre-project distance learning 

• In-country orientation 

• Modest homestay accommodation and food 

• In-country work-related travel 

• Comprehensive emergency travel medical insurance  

What’s Not Covered: 

• Airfare 

• Personal expenses 

• Visa fees 

• Participants will be expected to obtain the required vaccinations and take anti-malarials at their own expense

How to Apply: 

Please apply online using YCI's online application form available at

http://www.yci.org/html/volunteer/globally/applynow.asp. 

 When submitting your application online, please also send a copy of your resume and references to  generalinfo@yci.org.  

In the section “Please share with us your reason for selecting these particular countries, project lengths, range of months and sector focus,” specify that you are applying for the“Tanzania Strategic Planning and Communications – 2014”. Please highlight your skills and experience that make you a suitable candidate for this volunteer opportunity.

Application Deadline: YCI accepts applications on a rolling basis. 

About YCI: Youth Challenge International is a leading global youth development organization that promotes youth innovation to drive positive change. Building on 25 years of experience, YCI’s programs are designed to meet the needs of youth affected by poverty through four integrated sectors: livelihoods, health, leadership and the environment. We engage youth in creating solutions to the challenges they face. YCI incorporates youth development, volunteerism, partnership and equity into all that we do.